Director for Inclusion

Methodist Church; Camden Town; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent faith-based organization in Camden Town seeks a Director for Inclusion to lead and implement EDI strategies. The successful candidate will provide strategic direction, manage complex projects, and foster an inclusive culture within the Church. This role requires strong leadership and expertise in equity and diversity, aligning with the mission to reflect the diversity of its community. Competitive benefits include a generous pension scheme and support for employee wellbeing.

Benefits

Generous occupational pension scheme

Employee wellbeing support

Positive work-life balance

Additional annual leave over Christmas/New Year

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in leading inclusion, diversity, and equity (EDI) initiatives.
• Proven ability to influence change and manage complex projects.
• A deep understanding of inclusion within faith-based contexts.

Responsibilities

• Lead JDS strategy implementation across the Connexion.
• Advise the Conference on inclusion-related strategy.
• Drive cultural change to promote participation and representation.

Skills

EDI leadership experience

Change management

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Theological reflection

Education

Degree-level education

Job description

The Methodist Church in Britain is seeking a Director for Inclusion to lead and champion our commitment to becoming a fully inclusive, justice‑seeking, evangelistic and growing Church. This pivotal role will provide strategic direction and expert guidance to embed the principles of Justice, Dignity and Solidarity (JDS) across the Connexion, in alignment with the God for All and Justice‑Seeking Church strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation and development of the JDS strategy across the Connexion.
• Advise the Conference, Connexional Council, and JDS Committee on inclusion‑related strategy and policy.
• Line manage the JDS Programme Coordinator and oversee support for District EDI Officers and Solidarity Circle Coordinators.
• Drive cultural and systemic change within the Church to promote greater representation and participation.
• Represent the Methodist Church in external EDI forums and foster ecumenical partnerships.
• Collaborate with HR and key stakeholders on benchmarking, training, and data analysis related to EDI.

Are you passionate about justice, equity, and inclusion? Do you have the vision and leadership to help shape a Church that truly reflects the diversity of its people?

Qualifications

• A degree‑level education and demonstrable experience in EDI leadership.
• Proven ability to influence change, manage complex projects, and communicate effectively across diverse audiences.
• A deep understanding of inclusion within faith‑based contexts, and a commitment to the mission of the Methodist Church.
• Excellent interpersonal, theological reflection, and presentation skills.
• Willingness to work flexibly, including occasional evenings and weekends.

The Methodist Church is a registered charity (101‑500).

The calling of the Methodist Church is to respond to the gospel of God's love in Christ and to live out its discipleship in worship and mission.

This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on the life and witness of the Methodist Church. You'll be part of a passionate team working to ensure that justice, dignity and solidarity are at the heart of everything we do.

Our Culture, Values and Benefits

We are an inclusive and welcoming team that strives for excellence and values employee wellbeing. We value and support all those who join our team through a positive work‑life balance, generous annual leave (plus an extra 3 days over Christmas/New Year), TOIL, flexi‑leave and an on‑site Wellbeing Advisor service.

Benefits

• Generous occupational pension scheme – the Methodist Church will pay double the employee contribution up to a maximum of 16% employer contribution.
• Inclusion and support – we are an inclusive and supportive employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Black, Asian and other Minority Ethnic groups and people living with disabilities.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Methodist Church is an inclusive and supportive employer. We are actively committed to encouraging applications from people of all backgrounds. We welcome applications from people of Black, Asian and other Minority Ethnic groups. We also welcome applications from people living with disabilities.